#VoyagesAfriq’s latest #Africa tourism news
(Posted 13th February 2022) Let’s use Meetings Africa to accelerate MICE Recovery – SA Tourism Acting CEO The Acting CEO of South Africa Tourism (SAT) Themba Khumalo has urged the tourism sector to use the upcoming Meetings Africa as an opportune platform to accelerate the recovery of the business events industry. Read more here All […]
Africa Tourism Association – the latest news
(Posted 12th February 2022) FEBRUARY 2 0 2 2 AFRICA TRANSITIONING OUT OF PANDEMIC PHASE OF COVID: WHO Africa is transitioning out of the pandemic phase of the COVID-19 outbreak and moving towards a situation where it will be managing the virus over the long term, the head of the World Health Organization on the […]
#Tanzania’s Regional Air publishes updated Serengeti schedule
(Posted 12th February 2022) Daily Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam – Serengeti Schedule We wish to inform you of the new schedule service from Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam to Serengeti. This is a morning schedule. Below are the flight timings: Timings may vary depending on aircraft routing Resumption of Tarime Route We are pleased to inform you of […]
COVID19 – Daily updates from #Africa for Africa
#COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA (Posted 12th February 2022) This daily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview410.312.573 Cases and 5.825.859 Deaths as of 12th February 2022 330.463.719 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.41 percent Note: Some African countries […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana: Proof of Covid-19 vaccination to be required for all arrivals!
Botswana’s Minister of Health and Wellness, Edwin Dikoloti, has announced that the country’s current public health order has been amended. All people aged over 12 years old will be required to provide proof of full vaccination when they arrive in Botswana from… READ MORE
COVID19 – Daily updates from #Africa for Africa
#COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA (Posted 11th February 2022) This daily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview408.453.559 Cases and 5.817.247 Deaths as of 11th February 2022 328.254.927 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.42 percent Note: Some African countries […]
TravelComments.com – Germany: Eurowings Discover to launch flights between Frankfurt Kruger National Park!
German airline Eurowings Discover will be the first intercontinental airline ever to start scheduled operations to South Africa’s Kruger National Park. In its first season, between 15 November 2022 and 25 March 2023, the airline will fly three times a week from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt, Germany, to… READ MORE
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Alain St.Ange congratulates President Macky Sall of Senegal on taking over as the New Chairperson of the African Union for 2022
(Posted 11th February 2022) Alain St.Ange has congratulated H.E. Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Senegal, on his election as the new Chairperson of the African Union for the year 2022. This African Union election took place on Saturday 05th of February 2022 during the ongoing Thirty-Fifth (35th) Ordinary Session of the Assembly of […]
#BreakingNews as #AviaDevAfrica2022 changes dates
(Posted 11th February 2022) AviaDev Africa – new date for your diary AviaDev Africa has amended the dates of this year’s event to align with Madagascar’s Independence Day on 26th of June 2022.With traditional celebrations planned for the weekend following the event, we would like to encourage attendees to stay on and enjoy the festivities. […]
#IATA presents new ground operations web portal
(Posted 11th February 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IGOM Portal, a major support tool for the efficient implementation of the IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM). IGOM is the established global industry standard for ground handling worldwide. The IGOM Portal is an online platform where, with IGOM as the […]
COVID19 – Daily updates from #Africa for Africa
#COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA (Posted 10th February 2022) This daily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview404.645.471 Cases and 5.799.129 Deaths as of 10th February 2022 324.597.835 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.43 percent Note: Some African countries […]
TravelComments.com – Chapman’s Peak Drive: Temporary road closures for alien vegetation clearing in February & March 2022!
Cape Town’s famous Chapman’s Peak Drive is closed to all users, motorised and non- motorised traffic including pedestrians/runners, between 10:00 to 16:00 on Wednesdays during February and March 2022 for alien vegetation clearing… READ MORE
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
(Posted 10th February 2022) U.S.-AFRICA RELATIONSU.S. Prepared to Impose Additional Costs on Sudan’s Military if Violence ContinuesReutersThe United States has made clear to Sudan’s military leaders that Washington is prepared to impose additional costs if violence against protesters continues and is looking at options to increase pressure, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs […]
COVID19 – Daily updates from #Africa for Africa
#COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA (Posted 09th February 2022) This daily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview402.376.740 Cases and 5.786.290 Deaths as of 09th February 2022 321.968.298 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.43 percent Note: Some African countries […]
TravelComments.com – Video: Mindblowing FPV drone footage of the mighty Victoria Falls!
Award-winning cinematographer Christoph Benfey shot this mindblowing first-person view (FPV) drone footage on his GoPro Hero as it flew over and through the mighty Victoria Falls. Located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Victoria Falls is considered to be one of the World’s largest waterfalls, with a width of 1,708 m. Switch the […]
Hunger hits #HornofAfrica once again
(Posted 09th February 2022) The drought has impacted pastoral and farmer populations across southern and south-eastern Ethiopia, south-eastern and northern Kenya and south-central Somalia The Horn of Africa is experiencing the driest conditions recorded since 1981, with severe drought leaving an estimated 13 million people across Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia facing severe hunger in the […]
Gorilla conservation goes ‘high tech’ in #Uganda
(Posted 09th February 2022) An App has been launched in Kampala yesterday, aimed to aid gorilla conservation and allow conservation minded people from around the world to be virtually present in the two gorilla national parks of Uganda, Mgahinga and Bwindi. The app can be accessed by clicking on the link above or by visiting […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Cyclon ‘Batsirai’ now heading to open seas after causing havoc in Madagascar
(Posted 09th February 2022) Category 4 tropical cyclone Batsirai left a trail of destruction on the island of Madagascar, after previously also pummeling Reunion and Mauritius. More than 20 people were reported to have died, flooding displaced tens of thousands of people and critical infrastructure like roads and bridges were seriously affected by flooding. As […]
Another Antonov 26 crash in South Sudan raises serious questions
(Posted 08th February 2022) South Sudan has yet to lament another Antonov 26 crash, thankfully not leading to any loss of life. A South Sudanese air force A26, on landing, touched the ground with the left hand side wing which, was torn off the hull of the aircraft. The aircraft, registered as SP-402, was reportedly […]
COVID19 – Daily updates from #Africa for Africa
#COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA (Posted 08th February 2022) This daily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview399.578.534 Cases and 5.773.623 Deaths as of 08th February 2022 319.305.478 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.44 percent Note: Some African countries […]
Elementaita Serena rolling out the red carpet on Valentine’s Day
(Posted 08th February 2022) Enjoy a Romantic Getaway at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp Love is all you need this February. Make it a special romantic getaway. Celebrate love at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp. Enchant every moment of your next getaway with a package that includes: Full board accommodation Mineral water and soft beverages with meals Glass of House […]
Airlink set to launch non-stop Durban – Mbombela (Nelspruit) flights in April 2022
(Posted 08th February 2022) Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will re-introduce scheduled direct services between Durban and Mbombela Kruger Mpumulanga International (KMIA) from 04th of April 2022. Airlink non-stop flights on the route will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Flights from Durban depart at 10.30 and the return service leaves from KMIA at 14.00. […]
NAS opens new premium lounge at Lusaka’s Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
(Posted 08th February 2022) Departures lounge located at new terminal in Lusaka National Aviation Services (NAS) (www.NAS.aero) and NAC2000 Corporation earlier today launched their new Pearl Lounge at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (KKIA) in Lusaka, Zambia. The lounge is located at the new terminal and is part of Zambia Airports Corporation Limited’s (ZACL) efforts to […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa has released rhino poaching statistics for 2021!
South Africa’s Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries has released the rhino poaching numbers for 2021. According to Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, a total of… READ MORE
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 08th February 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#SerenaHotels publish new cancellation and deposit policies
(Posted 08th February 2022) Serena Hotels recognizes that whilst the current uncertain climate remains and continues to have impact on travel, there also continues to be development with management of the Covid -19 pandemic that is enabling potential clients to make travel commitments. In response to the continued developments with the pandemic, Serena Hotels will […]
The History of Kafue National Park in #Zambia
The new book about Zambia Tourism by Gill Staden (Posted with her permission 08th February 2022) History of Kafue Park My first book, a Window on Zambia’s Past, has gone down well with readers, and my latest book, History of Kafue Park, delves deeper into the history of the park and the surrounding Game Management Areas. It covers the […]
